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A2 KUW

2004 Mercedes-benz S-class

Black Diesel 3222cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jul 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

35,176 mi
Last recorded35,176 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2025
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz S-class92,893 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA2 KUW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,222cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2025 35,176 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2024 32,447 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2023 31,022 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 26 Jun 2023 31,021 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jul 2022 28,276 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2021 27,802 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2020 27,782 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Jul 2019 27,049 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Jun 2018 24,983 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2018 24,983 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 28 Jun 2017 23,962 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 22,943 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 16 Jul 2015 20,766 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 17,728 miles
Fail 16 May 2013 17,728 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 29 May 2012 16,173 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2011 13,998 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2011 13,998 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Jun 2009 12,545 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2008 8,974 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz S-class?

Based on 692,220 MOT tests across 62,130 vehicles.

80.6%
Pass Rate
6,086
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
62,130
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 25,613
Brake pipe excessively corroded 8,895
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 6,706
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 6,018
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 5,811
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A2 KUW is a 2004 Mercedes-benz S-class in Black with a 3,222cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2004 Mercedes-benz S-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.9% with a typical mileage of 92,893 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz S-class fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 25,613 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A2 KUW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz S-class typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 22 years old, this Mercedes-benz S-class is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A2 KUW registered?

A2 KUW is a 2004 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 21 July 2004.

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